I found - twins!
Wednesday, December 31, 2008
Happy New Year
I found - twins!
Wednesday, December 24, 2008
Luke 2
The Birth of Jesus
1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world.
2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.)
3 And everyone went to his own town to register.
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David.
5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.
6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born,
7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.
9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.
11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
14 "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."
15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about."
16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child,
18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.
19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.
1 In those days Caesar Augustus issued a decree that a census should be taken of the entire Roman world.
2 (This was the first census that took place while Quirinius was governor of Syria.)
3 And everyone went to his own town to register.
4 So Joseph also went up from the town of Nazareth in Galilee to Judea, to Bethlehem the town of David, because he belonged to the house and line of David.
5 He went there to register with Mary, who was pledged to be married to him and was expecting a child.
6 While they were there, the time came for the baby to be born,
7 and she gave birth to her firstborn, a son. She wrapped him in cloths and placed him in a manger, because there was no room for them in the inn.
8 And there were shepherds living out in the fields nearby, keeping watch over their flocks at night.
9 An angel of the Lord appeared to them, and the glory of the Lord shone around them, and they were terrified.
10 But the angel said to them, "Do not be afraid. I bring you good news of great joy that will be for all the people.
11 Today in the town of David a Savior has been born to you; he is Christ the Lord.
12 This will be a sign to you: You will find a baby wrapped in cloths and lying in a manger."
13 Suddenly a great company of the heavenly host appeared with the angel, praising God and saying,
14 "Glory to God in the highest, and on earth peace to men on whom his favor rests."
15 When the angels had left them and gone into heaven, the shepherds said to one another, "Let's go to Bethlehem and see this thing that has happened, which the Lord has told us about."
16 So they hurried off and found Mary and Joseph, and the baby, who was lying in the manger. 17 When they had seen him, they spread the word concerning what had been told them about this child,
18 and all who heard it were amazed at what the shepherds said to them.
19 But Mary treasured up all these things and pondered them in her heart.
20 The shepherds returned, glorifying and praising God for all the things they had heard and seen, which were just as they had been told.
Merry Christmas Everyone!
Tuesday, December 16, 2008
Sunday, December 14, 2008
Drive By
This is a drive-by update.
Tater has dyed his hair black. I'm surprised that it looks nice. Plus that whole vampirish look is in right now (thanks to Twilight). At least he didn't go pink!
Ranger has been enjoying leave. He has been sleeping in late, visiting friends, and a pleasure to have around. He even went shopping for the family Christmas tree today. He did a good job picking one out and he carried it in all on his own.
Strummer has been composing his own music. It's not bad- in my completely unbiased opinion. I really enjoy seeing him so passionate about music.
Sgt. Dad is on his way home. He's been missed. It will be really great to watch him interact with Ranger- soldier to soldier.
Ranger brought a fellow soldier over today to do his laundry and enjoy a home-cooked meal. I made chicken wings (Ranger's favorite). I also made Christmas Cookies. I think that's only the second time in my adult life!
As for me, I made a new friend this week. She has twin baby boys. They are about 3 months old and SO adorable. Her husband was away also and she needed help, so I went over to help her out at bedtime. It was so exhausting but nice. I enjoyed holding, feeding, and rocking the little guy. They were good babies but still, two babies and one mama is a lot of work. I'm glad she asked for help.
So, that's it. I'm off to bed. It's a long week but, happily, next week is short and then VACATION time! Whooo Hoo!
Tater has dyed his hair black. I'm surprised that it looks nice. Plus that whole vampirish look is in right now (thanks to Twilight). At least he didn't go pink!
Ranger has been enjoying leave. He has been sleeping in late, visiting friends, and a pleasure to have around. He even went shopping for the family Christmas tree today. He did a good job picking one out and he carried it in all on his own.
Strummer has been composing his own music. It's not bad- in my completely unbiased opinion. I really enjoy seeing him so passionate about music.
Sgt. Dad is on his way home. He's been missed. It will be really great to watch him interact with Ranger- soldier to soldier.
Ranger brought a fellow soldier over today to do his laundry and enjoy a home-cooked meal. I made chicken wings (Ranger's favorite). I also made Christmas Cookies. I think that's only the second time in my adult life!
As for me, I made a new friend this week. She has twin baby boys. They are about 3 months old and SO adorable. Her husband was away also and she needed help, so I went over to help her out at bedtime. It was so exhausting but nice. I enjoyed holding, feeding, and rocking the little guy. They were good babies but still, two babies and one mama is a lot of work. I'm glad she asked for help.
So, that's it. I'm off to bed. It's a long week but, happily, next week is short and then VACATION time! Whooo Hoo!
Wednesday, December 3, 2008
Worth Staying Up For
Ranger is on his way! I just gave his his wake up call (it's 3am for him, 11 pm for me). He's got to catch a bus to Atlanta for the airport and he'll be here tomorrow afternoon! I'm am SO excited! It's really a shame that Sgt. Dad is out of town. I *think* Sgt Dad will be back on the 18th. These military guys- too much travel.
Sgt. Dad is in Japan for a training exercise. He was pretty excited about getting to go back there. We really enjoyed our time there. I'd like to go back sometime but if I had to choose between visiting Japan again or someplace new- I'd pick new. We are trying to save up airline miles so that *maybe* I can go with him to Thailand in February. Probably it won't work out but it's fun to dream.
Strummer is really enjoying his guitar lessons. Tonight I went in to observe; I hadn't done that since his first couple of weeks. I can see that he really is doing well and he really admires his teacher. I'll try to catch a little video of him playing one of his favorite songs. (I realize I'm totally biased)
Tonight I turned in my last paper for my English course. What a relief! I did not enjoy this class at all and it was a real effort for me to complete my work. I don't have any more English for the degree I've chosen- yippie! I'm planning on taking Math this spring. I think I'll actually enjoy it because it will be a challenge. Sgt Dad and I are planning on taking the placement test when he gets back. I hope we'll place at the same level. I'm counting on him to help me and it will be much better if we are in the same course.
Anyway, now that Ranger has been roused, it's time for me to hit the sack!
See ya!
Sgt. Dad is in Japan for a training exercise. He was pretty excited about getting to go back there. We really enjoyed our time there. I'd like to go back sometime but if I had to choose between visiting Japan again or someplace new- I'd pick new. We are trying to save up airline miles so that *maybe* I can go with him to Thailand in February. Probably it won't work out but it's fun to dream.
Strummer is really enjoying his guitar lessons. Tonight I went in to observe; I hadn't done that since his first couple of weeks. I can see that he really is doing well and he really admires his teacher. I'll try to catch a little video of him playing one of his favorite songs. (I realize I'm totally biased)
Tonight I turned in my last paper for my English course. What a relief! I did not enjoy this class at all and it was a real effort for me to complete my work. I don't have any more English for the degree I've chosen- yippie! I'm planning on taking Math this spring. I think I'll actually enjoy it because it will be a challenge. Sgt Dad and I are planning on taking the placement test when he gets back. I hope we'll place at the same level. I'm counting on him to help me and it will be much better if we are in the same course.
Anyway, now that Ranger has been roused, it's time for me to hit the sack!
See ya!
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